Courtesy
Treating other people with respect, recognizing that all are made in God's image and likeness.
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2nd Annual Guardian Stride
In conjunction with Homecoming Week, students will be participating in a fun walk around campus called the Guardian Stride. Similar to a walk-a-thon, each student is asked to mail 10 letters next week (during English class) asking for donations to sponsor them in the Stride. The proceeds benefit SMA by helping to bridge the gap that exists between student tuition and the actual cost of their education.
CLICK HERE to download the information sheet that was given to students. Please help your student(s) gather 10 contacts they are able to send a letter to asking for support. (Siblings may split their list - only 10 per family.)
Community points will be awarded for the most money raised. In addition, each student who participates will receive a free dress pass. If we reach our goal of raising $50,000, students who participate will get free ice cream!
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Staff Announcement
Mr. Jack Alsbach resigned his position as Director of Technology, effective September 30, 2021. SMA has partnered with KC Help Desk to provide daily onsite end user support, as well as continue with system and hardware support. KCHD has been a partner with SMA for the past five years and also works with many other Diocesan schools.
Mr. Travis Corbin will be assuming the interim role as Dean of JPII Community for the 2021-2022 school year. We are grateful for Mr. Alsbach’s service and wish him well in his future endeavors.
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Jason's Deli Fundraiser Night
Parent Club is hosting a fundraiser night at Jason's Deli in Lee's Summit on Thursday, Sept. 30. They will donate 25% of sales back to SMA's Parent Club. Check the daily announcements email for the link to order.
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Open House - October 23
SMA's annual Open House will be held from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. This is our biggest Admissions event, and all teachers, staff, coaches and Student Ambassadors will be present to welcome families who are interested in enrolling at our school in the future. We need PARENT VOLUNTEERS too! Help is needed in pre-planning and also with different shifts during the day of the event. Please email jhyde@smacatholic.org if you are interested in volunteering for this or other Admissions events. |
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Yearbook Orders
Online orders are now open for the Magnum Opus 2022 yearbook. Click HERE to order and enter code 16571. Cost is $85 if purchased by October 31, 2021. Additional charges apply for namestamps. Yearbook prices will increase to $95 on November 1 and $105 on January 16. Senior ads can be ordered through the same link. For more information, contact Mrs. Laura Eagle at leagle@smacatholic.org.
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Parent Club
Greetings from the SMA Parent Club panel! Please take a moment to read their Back-to-School letter HERE and prayerfully consider volunteering to be part of the Parent Club supporting our SMA community. Send an email to parentclub@smacatholic.org and you'll be added to the email distribution list for volunteer opportunities.
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SMA Athletics Calendar & Game Change Notifications CLICK HERE
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The Guard Booster Club Meeting
If you are interested in being a member of The Guard (SMA's Booster Club), plan to attend their first meeting of the year at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28 in the SMA Commons. Growing SMA activities and athletics begins with our parent's involvement!
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Pink Out Volleyball Shirts
The volleyball team will have their Pink Out game on Monday, October 11. Proceeds from the event will go to women and families that are battling breast cancer. CLICK HERE order a t-shirt before midnight Sunday, Sept. 26.
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Girls Lacrosse
Any girl interested in joining SMA Lacrosse is invited to attend an informational meeting after school on Tuesday, September 28 in room 211 to get information about the team, off-season training, and plans for the Spring season.
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Debate/Forensics Club
Students interested in participating in the Debate/Forensics Club should plan to attend the first meeting at 3:45 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29. Classroom location TBD. The meeting will last approximately 45 minutes with topics to include future meeting times, expectations, plans for competitions and debate topics. Mr. Jeff Wright will make information available for students with conflicts that day via Google Classroom. Please email questions to jwright@smacatholic.org.
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Girls Basketball
Any girl interested in playing basketball this winter is invited to attend an informational meeting at 3:20 p.m. Thursday, September 30 in room 105. See Coach Kroening if you have any questions.
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Winter Sports Parents Meeting/Athlete Concussion Testing
There will be a parent meeting and concussion testing for any athlete that is participating in a winter sport at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 16 in the SMA commons. This is a mandatory meeting for all parents/athletes. If an athlete completed their concussion test for a fall sport, they do not need to complete another one. However, parents will need to attend. Information regarding tryouts/practices for winter sports will be discussed. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Kroening at mkroening@smacatholic.org.
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Pray for SMA Seniors
Please keep the SMA Seniors in your prayers as they attend the Senior Retreat next week at Prairie Star Ranch.
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International Rosary, Marian & St. Joseph Procession
As part of The Year of St. Joseph the International Rosary, Marian Procession will include a special banner for St. Joseph in the annual procession from St. Patrick North to Divine Mercy Park, returning to the parish for a final blessing and song.
Priests, Deacons, parishioners, schools and parish organizations are encouraged to bring banners representing their ministry, school or parish and walk in the procession honoring Our Lady and St. Joseph with Bishop Johnston on Saturday, October 9 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. For more information, click HERE.
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Discernment Events
All young men are invited to attend one or more of the upcoming Discernment Events, hosted by the Office of Priestly Vocations through the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph. These are no-pressure events where young men can grow in faith, discern and meet others who are also inquiring. CLICK HERE for complete details. For more information contact Katie Lucas at lucas@diocesekcsj.org.
Also, please pray for our seminarians and vocations, especially Brett Zagar, SMA Class of 2021.
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Visit the Counselor's Corner webpage each week for the most updated scholarship information. ACT/PSAT deadlines updated. CLICK HERE
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25th Anniversary FIREBall
The FIRE Foundation is celebrating 25 years of inclusive Catholic education at this year's FIREBall! The event takes place Saturday, Oct. 23 at the Lowes Hotel in downtown Kansas City. CLICK HERE for more information or to purchase tickets.
Raffle Ticket School Contest
Help SMA win the coveted FIREBall Cup by purchasing raffle tickets. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets. The contest runs through Oct. 20.
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Pro Deo Youth Center
Pro Deo Youth Center delivers a variety of FREE fun activities and educational programs for teens after school. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday they offer programming, as well as tutoring on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Join them for a tour of an alpaca farm, a bocce ball game, a trip to the pumpkin patch or a craft day! Pro Deo does not charge for their services and provides transportation within Lee's Summit. For more information click HERE or contact Program Director Courtney Brummett at 816-944-3182.
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KNOW TRUTH | LOVE GOD | SERVE OTHERS |
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St. Michael the Archangel Catholic High School
smacatholic.org
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